Blues' 2026-27 playoff hopes could rest on one underperforming player
Heading into Tuesday's matchup against Montreal, Joel Hofer has established himself as the starting goaltender following his opening-night, 25-save shutout agai The St. Louis Blues' 2026-27 playoff hopes depend on the availability of a reliable backup goaltender. Joel Hofer, currently the starting goaltender, has been praised for his performance following a 25-save shutout against the Dallas Stars. However, overusing Hofer could risk muscle fatigue and injury both short and potentially long-term. Jordan Binnington, who has had a slow start this season, has also struggled early in the season and is usually around a.899 save percentage and a 2.92 goals-against average. The Blues need both goalies ready for the postseason stretch run to avoid potential burnout down the stretch.
Published : 3 hours ago by Michael Meyer in Sports
Heading into Tuesday's matchup against Montreal, Joel Hofer has established himself as the starting goaltender following his opening-night, 25-save shutout against the Dallas Stars. However, no single... [2768 symbols]
